In what raised concern over the deployment of security forces in Litan and adjoining areas, a group of Tangkhul women organisations from Ukhrul and Kamjong districts have categorically rejected what they described as the biased handling of the ongoing situation by central and state security forces in the conflict-hit region.
In a joint statement on Wednesday, the Katho Women Committee, Laho Shanao Long, Sharkaphung Shanao Long, Litan Shanao Long, Roudei (TM Kasom) Shanao Long and Thoyee Shanao Long expressed heartfelt condolences over the death of a BSF jawan. However, they said they felt compelled to “place the facts before the public” so that the situation on the ground was clearly understood.
Security inaction
The groups alleged that on 12 April 2026, both Kukis and Tangkhuls were informed by the BSF that retaliatory action and operations would follow if any side resorted to firing.
They claimed that on 13 April, Kuki militants fired multiple rounds, but there was no response from the forces. According to the organisations, no operation was carried out even though the militants were close to BSF deployment in the area.
On 14 April, they alleged that Kuki militants from Shangkai and Zalenbung attacked Thoyee village, but that “no visible action” was taken by the BSF.
Suspicion of collusion
Raising questions over the conduct of the forces, the organisations said the manner in which law and order was being handled had created suspicion of collusion. They alleged that central and state security forces were allowing Kuki militants a free hand while restricting the Tangkhul Naga side.
Non-cooperation threat
They warned that if such handling continued, they would have “no option” but to declare non-cooperation with the Central and State security forces deployed in conflict-prone and volatile areas.
Lost hope
The statement said the Tangkhul side had exercised restraint and ensured that village volunteers did not engage in firing, adding that “not a single bullet” had been fired from their side during that period.
The organisations said they had lost hope in receiving fair justice, asserting that no visible action had been taken against the militants.
“We have lost hope in receiving fair justice as no visible action has been taken against the militants,” they said, further warning that the security forces would be held accountable for any untoward incident arising from their alleged failure to discharge duty diligently.
